"Microsoft Canada is looking forward to be part of the eCustomerWorld team for the next several months. This is a critical time for Canadian organizations with respect to technology applications: a time to integrate, understand and truly bring return on investment (ROI) to the forefront. Gone are the days of the .com quick fix; what has arrived is an environment demanding clear and mandated results across the enterprise," said Rochelle Coleman, Senior Solutions Marketing Manager, Microsoft Canada Co. "The Microsoft partner model affords the opportunity to enable best in class applications whether you are doing business with consumers, suppliers, or trying to build efficiencies and cross group collaboration with your employees. As an enablement platform in all of these areas, we are very excited with what the future has to hold for Canadian companies and the building of innovation."

Companies in the eBusiness, CRM & B2B industries deliver world-class solutions that play pivotal roles in shaping technology trends. These solutions make up significant contributions to the increase of corporate productivity and profitability around the globe. The 2001 Golden Awards are designed to showcase, celebrate and reflect the growth of these industries by giving recognition to achievement, innovation and excellence. The awards will pay tribute to end users and suppliers, products and services, as well as leaders and pioneers that contribute to the on-going advancement of the Canadian industry.

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For further information about sponsorship and exhibit opportunities, please contact:

Trevor Silverson
eCustomerWorld.com Institute
(416) 467-0007